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Shawl
Indian
19th century
Object Place: India
Medium/Technique
Embroidery
Dimensions
164 x 164 cm (64 9/16 x 64 9/16 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number52.461
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAsia, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionSquare shawl. Field: a central medallion with simple floral motives radiating symmetrically. An elaborate buta spray repeats in each corner angled towards the medallion. Repeating between each spray, also pointing to center, is an elaborate cone shaped buta and floral design; green wool twill ground. Border: dense continuous repeating buta and floral motives; red wool twill ground. Polychrome silk and metallic yarns. Faded in streaks; many missing and worn yarns; reembroidered in many areas.
ProvenanceThe Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection; Gift from Elizabeth Day McCormick to the MFA, April 15, 1952